Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA) Jobs 2026 - Tarbela, Pakistan: The Water and Power Development Authority has announced official employment opportunities under the special Balochistan Package, inviting applications for the regular position of Attendant (BPS-14) under the Office of the Chief Engineer (Power), WAPDA, Tarbela Power House. Candidates possessing a valid domicile of Balochistan are eligible to apply through the National Job Portal before the closing date of November 12, 2026.
Institutional Context & Operational Scope
Tarbela Power House stands as the backbone of Pakistan's national power grid, with 14 generating units across Tunnels 1, 2, and 3 producing thousands of megawatts of baseload and peaking hydroelectricity. Under the Chief Engineer (Power), technical operating personnel monitor continuous water discharge, generator synchronizations, and switchyard stability around the clock.
Standard Operational Scope & Professional Duties
The Attendant executes shift duties in the power house machine hall and control gallery. Key responsibilities include logging hourly generation outputs, recording turbine thrust bearing temperatures, inspecting oil and compressed air systems, monitoring drainage sump pumps, verifying auxiliary generator readiness, executing manual switching during unit start-ups and shutdowns, and reporting abnormal vibrations or alarms to the Shift Charge Engineer.
Application Preparation & Document Checklist
Candidates holding Balochistan domicile should assemble the following credentials:
- Online application receipt generated through the National Job Portal (njp.gov.pk).
- Attested copies of DAE (Electrical / Mechanical / Electronics) diploma and transcripts.
- Attested copy of valid CNIC.
- Attested copy of Balochistan Local / Domicile Certificate.
- Three passport-sized color photographs.
- Departmental NOC for candidates currently in government service.
Submission Logistics & Guidelines
Eligible candidates must apply online through www.njp.gov.pk under the Balochistan Package by November 12, 2026. Only online submissions will be entertained at this stage. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for practical testing and interview. For queries, contact Director (Recruitment), B-26 WAPDA House, Lahore (Phone: 042-99200483; Email: dgrectt@wapda.gov.pk).